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The character "犒" is structured with the semantic component 牛, denoting cattle or livestock, and the phonetic component 高, which indicates its pronunciation. Etymologically, it originated from the practice of rewarding soldiers with feasts that included beef, reflecting the use of oxen in such ceremonial gratitude. Over time, the meaning of "犒" expanded from specifically denoting the provision of food and drink as a reward to encompassing broader acts of hospitality and material gifts, while its written form consistently incorporates the 牛 and 高 elements.